our furry friends love tasty snacks long walks and cozy spots on the couch but did you know there are some things they love even more than that let's find out now what they are number one your happiness dogs have evolved alongside humans for thousands of years and during that time they have become attuned to human emotions studies show that dogs can read human facial expressions they can distinguish between a happy face and an angry one when you smile you dog interprets it as a positive sign but their ability to sense your happiness goes beyond just
reading facial expressions your tone of voice body language and even your scent change when you're happy dogs are incredibly perceptive to these subtle cues a cheerful tone of voice can excite them and they often respond with similar enthusiasm your happiness is contagious to them never forget that number two water play playing in the water is a source of immense Joy joy for many dogs different dogs will enjoy water play in various ways depending on their breed personality and past experiences swimming is a fantastic form of exercise for dogs it's low impact which is easy on
their joints yet it's excellent exercise for their entire body for breeds historically used for water retrieval such as Labradors or Portuguese water dogs swimming can be especially enjoyable playing with a hose or in a sprinkler can be a delightful game for dogs this type of play stimulates their hunting Instinct in a fun and harmless way providing mental stimulation and physical exercise a kitty pool filled with water offers another fantastic opportunity for water play some dogs May simply enjoy lounging in the water while Others May engage in more active play like diving to retrieve toys however
it's important to always supervise your dog during water activities not all dogs are natural swimmers and even those who are May struggle at times and of course many dogs also don't like water if that's the case for your dog try to help them see water as something positive Don't splash cold water on them and use positive reinforcement playing with them in the water and then giving a treat until they get used to it when they do they'll love it number three looking out the window when dogs look out the window they are actively processing visual
information this includes tracking the movements of people other animals cars and even subtle changes in the environment such as rustling leaves or shifting Shadows for dogs who primarily experience the world through scent visual stimuli offer a different type of mental engagement however it's crucial to understand the balance while watching the outside world is stimulating it can also lead to frustration for some dogs they may see animals or people they want to interact with but can't leading to signs of stress or anxiety in some cases this can escalate into behavioral problems such as excessive barking or
even aggression to ensure window watching remains a positive experience it's essential to monitor your dog's Behavior if they seem overly agitated or start exhibiting negative behaviors it may be time to distract them with a different activity on the other hand if they're watching calmly it can be a wonderfully enriching Pastime that satisfies their Natural Curiosity and keeps their minds sharp number four learning new tricks every time your dog learns a new trick their brain creates new neural Pathways this mental stimulation keeps their mind sharp and may even slow cognitive decline as they age this is
especially important for Senior Dogs as learning can help keep their minds active and engaged additionally the training process deepens the bond between you and your dog your praise and positive reinforcement during training sessions make them feel loved and appreciated reinforcing their desire to learn and please you you can start with simple tricks like sit or shake and gradually move on to more complex tricks like roll over or play dead variety keeps things interesting for your dog and prevents borom if you've made it this far in the video I believe you're enjoying it I ask you
to help me boost our message to more people how by subscribing to the channel liking the video and commenting on what what things I talk about here in the video your dog does I'll love to read all the comments number five making the bed dogs have some unique habits when it comes to making their beds you may have seen them circling before lying down this is actually deeply rooted in their instincts originally wild dogs did this to flatten grass or leaves and create a comfortable sleeping spot this circular movement also helped them check for any
unwanted bugs or dangers in the chosen resting area in a domestic setting this instinctual Behavior continues your dog's bed isn't just a place to sleep it's their individual territory within your home by circling and sometimes scratching or digging at the bed they're reinforcing that this is their space but there's another important reason for this Behavior scent marking dogs have scent glands on the pads of their paws and by walking in circles they're leaving their scent in the area this marks the spot as theirs and provides a sense of security to support this Behavior consider purchasing
a bed that caters to this Instinct beds with raised edges can provide a sense of security while soft durable materials can withstand a bit of digging number six checking the news when you're out for a walk and your dog insists on stopping every few meters to sniff around they're actually reading the daily newspaper in the world of dogs every time your dog stops to sniff and possibly leave their own mark they're participating in a ritual that dates back thousands of years think of it as checking social media updates they're getting information about other dogs in
the neighborhood who's been around what they've been up to and even their emotional state or if they're available for mating it's a detailed story written in a language we can't read but for dogs it's as clear as if it were written this urine marking serves various purposes it's a way for dogs to claim territory establish their presence and even in indicate their status when other dogs pass by and sniff these spots they get an idea of who's in the area number seven music much like humans dogs can be significantly affected by music researchers have found
that dogs can discern between different genres and musical rhythms and these can have varied effects on their mood and behavior Studies have shown that classical music especially slower and more soothing compositions tends to have a calming effect on dogs when exposed to this type of music many dogs relax lie down and in some cases even fall asleep for example a study conducted in a shelter environment showed that dogs spent more time resting and less time standing when classical music was playing this type of music is particularly useful in stressful situations such as storms fireworks or
when they're home alone on the other hand more upbeat music like pop or heavy metal can have the opposite effect dogs exposed to these types of music were observed showing signs of agitation or restlessness they may Pace back and forth bark more or appear unsettled number eight your scent surprisingly Studies have shown that dogs can identify individual components of the human scent this means they can recognize you just by your smell no matter what perfume cologne or soap you use your scent can have a calming effect on your dog research suggests that when dogss smell
their owners it activates the reward center in their brains this is the same area that activates when humans experience Joy or love when you leave them a piece of clothing like an old shirt they feel more relaxed and secure it's a reminder of your presence and can help reduce their anxiety especially when they're alone that's why you may find them napping on your dirty laundry or snuggling with something that smells like you and that's a sign that your dog loves you but did do you know there are simple everyday things that hurt our dog's feelings
that's why I made this video that's here on the screen talking about nine everyday things that may be harming your dog without you realizing it that way you'll treat your best friend in the best way possible click on the screen and continue with me in the amazing world of dogs
